Spotlight Initiative hosted a side-event at the 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-11), discussing how we can sustain progress toward eliminating violence against women and girls through enhanced economic opportunities. #ARFSD11 #SpotlightInitiative #GenderEquality #EconomicOpportunity

The Executive Secretary commended the creativity and commitment demonstrated, emphasizing the importance of scaling up these inventions and marketing best practices across the African continent to foster inclusive, homegrown development

Voices of children at the 11th Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development. . The Government of Uganda in partnership with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, and in collaboration with the African Union Commission, African Development Bank, the United Nations System in Uganda, civil society, and the private sector, hosted the 11th Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development. The forum run from 6 April and closed on 11 April 2025 and run under the theme “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science-and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063”. #ARFSD11 #investinugchildren.

Placing Children at the Centre of Sustainable Development Goals—Achieving SDG goal 3; Good health and well-being. The Government of Uganda in partnership with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, and in collaboration with the African Union Commission, African Development Bank, the United Nations System in Uganda, civil society, and the private sector, hosted the 11th Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development. #ARFSD11 #investinugchildren. The forum run from 6 April and closed on 11 April 2025 and run under the theme “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science-and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063” #ARFSD11 #investinugchildren.

UNICEF Deputy Regional Director for Eastern and Southern Africa, Alison Parker's remarks at the 11th Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development. The Government of Uganda in partnership with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, and in collaboration with the African Union Commission, African Development Bank, the United Nations System in Uganda, civil society, and the private sector, hosted the 11th Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development. The forum run from 6 April and closed on 11 April 2025 and run under the theme “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science-and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063” #ARFSD11 #investinugchildren.

Cette vidéo a été enregistrée lors de la onzième session du Forum régional africain pour le développement durable (#ARFSD11), qui s’est tenue du 9 au 11 avril 2025, en Ouganda. Le thème : « Stimuler la création d’emplois et la croissance économique grâce à des solutions durables, inclusives et fondées sur des données scientifiques et factuelles pour le Programme 2030 et l’Agenda 2063 ».

In many workplaces across Africa, speaking up about unsafe or unhealthy working conditions remains a silent struggle. But our guests in this #In5Minutes video say it shouldn’t be! The conversation was recorded during the Eleventh Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (#ARFSD11) , held from 9–11 April 2025 in Uganda. The theme: “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.”

Cette vidéo a été enregistrée lors de la onzième session du Forum régional africain pour le développement durable (#ARFSD11), qui s’est tenue du 9 au 11 avril 2025, en Ouganda. Le thème : « Stimuler la création d’emplois et la croissance économique grâce à des solutions durables, inclusives et fondées sur des données scientifiques et factuelles pour le Programme 2030 et l’Agenda 2063 ».

Event: Advancing inclusive development during complex political transitions Organized by the Africa Facility to Support Inclusive Transitions (AFSIT), and African Futures, this side event will focus on the intersection between inclusive development and political transitions, drawing from a recent UNDP report: ‘Advancing Inclusive Development: Policy options for Burkina Faso, Guinea, Gabon, Mali and Niger’. The session will bring together policymakers, development practitioners, civil society representatives and private sector actors to exchange insights, share experiences and propose policy recommendations aimed at promoting inclusive development complex political transition contexts.

The conversation was recorded during the Eleventh Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (#ARFSD11) , held from 9–11 April 2025 in Uganda. The theme: “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.”-

The conversation was recorded during the Eleventh Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (#ARFSD11) , held from 9–11 April 2025 in Uganda. The theme: “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.”-

In this #In5Minutes video, we hear why civil society organizations are essential to Africa’s transformation, especially given that they're "closest to the ground" The conversation was recorded during the Eleventh Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (#ARFSD11) , held from 9–11 April 2025 in Uganda. The theme: “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.”-

Experts explain why knowledge fairs should go beyond being just side events at major conferences. From showcasing grassroots innovations to simplifying complex policy ideas into plain language, knowledge fairs are a bridge between theory and action — giving visibility to doers, creators, and changemakers across the continent. The conversation was recorded during the Eleventh Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (#ARFSD11) , held from 9–11 April 2025 in Uganda. The theme: “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.”-

These three young Africans say ECA’s #ARFSD11 provided a “real opportunity” for young people - but they urge that implementation is crucial “a vision without execution would just be hallucination” This #In5Minutes conversation was recorded during the Eleventh Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (#ARFSD11) , held from 9–11 April 2025 in Uganda. The theme: “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.”-

Meet Ngondi Eric, Chairperson of the United Disabled Persons of Kenya, Auna Oliva, Miss Climate Uganda, and visual artist, Rolands Tibirusya, who remind us that inclusive development must be practical, intersectional, and grounded in the realities of those often left behind. The conversation was recorded during the Eleventh Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (#ARFSD11) , held from 9–11 April 2025 in Uganda. The theme: “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.”-

Hon. Woda Jeremiah Odok and Hon. Sadia James Sebit, both Members of the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) from South Sudan, call for a politics of tolerance as the foundation for peace, security, and sustainable development in Africa. In this #In5Minutes video, recorded on the margins of #ARFSD11, they argue that without stability, the SDGs will remain out of reach, and that inclusive, respectful politics is the path forward for Africa. The Eleventh Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (#ARFSD11) was held from 9–11 April 2025 in Uganda. The theme: “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.”-

Three sharp Ugandan girls reflect on what SDG 5 means to them — from tackling gender-based violence and unpaid care work, to why true equality goes beyond visibility at the top. They also share how #ARFSD11 gave them a rare chance to meet inspiring women they’d only ever seen on TV or online. The Seventh African Regional Science, Technology and Innovation Forum (ARFSD11) took place from 9–11 April 2025 in Uganda, under the theme: “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.”

At #ARFSD11, experts emphasized the critical role of science, technology, and innovation (STI) in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Africa’s Agenda 2063. The Seventh African Regional Science, Technology and Innovation Forum (ARFSD11) took place from 9–11 April 2025 in Uganda, under the theme: “Driving job creation and economic growth through sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063.”

The Government of Uganda in partnership with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, and in collaboration with the African Union Commission, African Development Bank, the United Nations System in Uganda, civil society, and the private sector, is hosting the 11th Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development. #ARFSD11 #investinugchildren. The forum runs from 6 April and closes on 11 April 2025.